I love perks. Of course, who doesn’t? I collect them as much as possible—from airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, and anyone else who will pass them out. Not only are they a nice little reward for all the time and money I spend on their services, they make travel that much nicer. Since I travel…
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Packing for a Long Conference: The Plan
A few months ago, I ran a post about how much I stressed about what to pack for Blog World. I feel like I ended up doing pretty well, and was happy with my choices. In two weeks I leave to go to a regular work conference. Should be simple to pack, right? Normally, yes.…
Security Etiquette Round Up
When you arrive at the airport, one of the first obstacles you encounter to getting to your final destination is the security line. Hundreds of people, all trying to get through that rope line to prove who they are, take off their shoes, send all of their belongings through an X-ray machine, then go through…
Top Five Ways to Avoid Baggage Fees
The New York Times has an article today instructing readers how to avoid baggage fees. I was intrigued, and a little wary. What are they going to recommend? I wondered. Packing lighter? Ways to scam the system? The reality was both more and less interesting than I had feared. Their main tips were: Fly airlines…
Security Refresh
Periodically, I like to check out the TSA blog to see if there are any updated guidelines, and find out what crazy things people have tried to bring through security. This time did not disappoint! While there aren’t any new guidelines, there is a list of the top ten crazy things found at security checkpoints…
2011 Road Warriorette Gift Guide
This is one of my favorite posts to do all year. I get to spend time searching the internet for the most fun, interesting, and useful gifts. And boy did I find some! Bring on the shopping. Flight Comfort The Cabin Cuddler is a great gift for anyone who travels long distances! It’s super warm…
How to Pack for a Conference
Blog World Week continues on Road Warriorette! I had such a fabulous time, despite the somewhat rocky start. One of the highlights was going out to dinner with the Boarding Area crew on Friday night, where I got to meet the famous Randy Petersen, AadvantageGeek, Deals We Like, Frequently Flying, Loyalty Traveler, Mommy Points, Wandering…
A little luxury while traveling….
Sometimes, especially when I’m gone for long stretches at a time, I feel like I need a little bit of luxury while I’m traveling. It’s tricky, though, because it has to be something that doesn’t take up a lot of room and that can be carried onto a plane. Also, as the Home Warrior and…
Top Five Travel Necessities: Hotel Edition
First of all, I have to say that I am super impressed with my readers. Based on the poll yesterday, about half of you unpack only for longer trips. But so many of you unpack all the time! That’s amazing, and I bow to you for being so organized and dedicated. After the poll, and…
Top Five Travel Necessities: Airplane Edition
A recent conversation with a traveling friend got me thinking. What are the things I just can’t live without while on a trip? Are those things different when I’m traveling for business vs. fun? What do I need for the plane vs. the hotel, or clothes vs. toiletries? So after much deliberation and consideration, I…
